noun
A request or favor asked of someone. Often used in phrases like 頼みがある (I have a favor to ask) or 頼みを聞く (to grant a request).
ちょっと頼みがあるんだけど。
I have a small favor to ask.
彼は友達の頼みを快く引き受け
He willingly accepted his friend's request.
noun
The act of relying on or trusting someone or something. Often used in set phrases like 頼みとする (to rely on) or 頼みになる (to be dependable).
彼は私の唯一の頼みだ。
He is my only hope/reliance.
いざという時は君を頼みにするよ。
I'll count on you when the time comes.